Major: Philosophy

Mikayla Rose Cree

Bachelor of Science: Economics & Philosophy

Minor

Mathematics

Hometown

Newark, California

My Greatest Supporters

My incredible parents, Tom and Gayle, my loving grandma, Rose, my awesome siblings and nephew, Gregory, Joseph, Nicole, and Luciano, my wonderful fiancé, Ben, and my superb advisor, Professor András Margitay Becht.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My faith has transformed during my time at the College, with the support of many mentors, including Professors Patrick Downey and Colin Redemer, Elliott Haught, Father Hai, and Christine Oh. I will never forget their pastoral care, patience, and generosity.

My Next Chapter

I look forward to professional development, fulfilling friendships, reading lots, and marrying my best friend this September!

Clubs and Activities

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
Cummins Institute

Favorite Quote

Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God’s kindness: kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile.

— Mother Teresa

Maximillian Manchester

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy

Hometown

Vancouver, Washington

Tiffany Cabrera

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy

Honors

Magna Cum Laude

Hometown

Pleasanton, California

Sebastian Singh

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy

Minor

Mathematics

Hometown

Singapore, Singapore

Parker Larsen

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy

Minor

Politics

Hometown

Tamuning, Guam

Madelyn Kenshol

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy

Minor

Theology and Religious Studies

Hometown

Sacramento

My Greatest Supporters

My biggest thank you has to be for my mom, dad, Rosey, and Ryan who have continuously supported me and shown me unconditional love from day one!! Of course, my second thank you is to my Grandma for supplying me with banana bread, homemade cookies, and so much laughter for all four years. Finally, thank you to my best friend, Lex Flores, our band Sattle Rake, and all you other goobers out there<3

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

My absolute favorite memories have got to be all the nights I spent at the dorms on campus hanging out with friends, supporting each other, studying together, laughing till we cry, writing songs together, going on hikes, enjoying the pool, shouting at the top of our lungs how happy we all are together. I look back at my college experience with nothing but fondness, it's strange to think it's over!

My Next Chapter

Although it is not for certain yet, I want to get my PhD in philosophy. My number one goal in life is to become a professor of philosophy, hopefully in the field of gender or Western thought. Until then, I hope to write a book one day about the influence social media has on gender portrayals in the modern world. While I'm researching grad schools I'll be living in Sacramento with my parents.

Clubs and Activities

Lasallian Community
Pride Club
Dante's Divine Comedy reading group
C.S. Lewis reading group
Paradise Lost reading group
Water Polo
Sattle Rake

Favorite Quote

"I got a lot of people leaning me and, all I want to do is make them proud. But, this is my body, the only thing that I own entirely. It will carry me to greatness somehow." - Brian Sella

Lori Kunst

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy

Hometown

Napa, California

Katelyn McCarthy

Bachelor of Arts: Theology and Religious Studies & Philosophy

Minor

Latin

Honors

Summa Cum Laude

St. John XIII Award

Hometown

El Sobrante, California

Award Bio

Katelyn McCarthy is a double major in Theology and Religious Studies and Philosophy, with a minor in Latin. She co-founded Students for Life of SMC, wrote as an opinion writer for The Collegian, and assisted with the Mission and Ministry Center. She hopes to publish a collection of books and enjoys cross-stitching, studying early American history, and befriending feral cats.

Kayla Carlucci

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy

Hometown

Livermore, California

My Greatest Supporters

Mom, Dad, Elizabeth, and my siblings!

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

I loved living with my 5 friends Sophomore year! There was never a dull moment! They taught me to not take life so seriously, and waking up every morning with their vibrant souls was an experience I will never forget. I also enjoyed Philosophy get-togethers. There is something truly special about forming friendships with people through wisdom and intellect.

My Next Chapter

My next chapter will consist of becoming a Life Coach! I am taking steps to eventually become a Therapist, and will continue my education within the year. I want to help people form a deep relationship with their mind, body, and soul so they can take the tools I teach them and do the healing for themselves to become deeply empowered.

Clubs and Activities

Philosophy Club
Lasallian Community
Interfaith Youth Core
Rugby

Favorite Quote

Happiness is not an ideal of reason but of imagination.

— Immanuel Kant

Jocelyn Villalta Lua

Bachelor of Arts: Economics & Philosophy

Minor

Sociology

Hometown

Novato, California

My Greatest Supporters

I wouldn't be where I am without my parent's drive to move me forward. I would like to thank my mentor, Colin Redemer, who has led me towards virtue and I hope continues to challenge my ideas after college. I would like to thank my advisor, András Margitay-Becht who made my dreams a reality all on a google excel sheet which constantly needed to be adjusted. Last one goes out to mis amigas.

Favorite Saint Mary's Memory

I always loved walking into Oliver and recognizing so many faces. Catching up with friends as we stood in line and sitting down in a long table where so many could be seated and join in on the conversation.

My Next Chapter

Entry Level Recruiter at Motion Recruitment in the San Francisco office

Clubs and Activities

Philosophy Club
Econ Society
Surfrider
Intervarsity
High Potential

Favorite Quote

"The universe is change; our life is what our thoughts make it."

— Marcus Aurelius